About UTS

• UTS is known academically for its focus on innovation, creativity and technology with a vision to be a world-leading university of technology.
• Located on the edge of Sydney’s Central Business District, UTS is in the heart of Sydney’s creative precinct. UTS’s character is defined by the student-friendly, “offbeat,” artistic inner-city neighborhood that is seamlessly integrated into the campus.
• UTS is ranked as the highest performing university in Australia under 50 years old (Times Higher Education 100 under 50 Rankings 2015).
• Located in the heart of Sydney’s media district, it’s not surprising that UTS has one of the most competitive and well-respected communications and media programs in Australia, ranked in the top 50 in the world (QS World University subject rankings).
• The courses at UTS are progressive in nature, intellectually engaging and frequently linked to real-world industry opportunities.
• The UTS Faculty of Business, which is AACSB accredited, is one of Australia’s largest and instructs approximately 30% of the UTS student population. Offering accounting, finance, economics, international business, management, marketing and emerging fields such as e-business, the UTS business program is both innovative and progressive.
• Positioned in the heart of Sydney, between the Central Business District and the student hubs of Glebe, Newtown and Surry Hills, UTS reflects the city around it; it is modern, multicultural and friendly. Sydney’s main train and bus station, Central Railway Station, is located only minutes away, giving UTS students all of Sydney at their doorstep.
• Modern architecture and unique buildings help to paint a picture of the campus. UTS classroom buildings interspersed with office buildings, restaurants and shops add a vibrancy to the local environment. With other local universities just a short walk up the road, the surrounding area is crawling with students and the atmosphere is energetic, dynamic and lively.

Location

The University of Technology, Sydney is an urban, city campus, located in the heart of Sydney. Visit the google map link below to see the campus location.

Courses

Courses are available in the below disciplines. For detailed instructions on how to find and select courses, and a list of popular courses see our course selection instructions. Students enroll in 3 – 4 subjects per semester (between 18 and 24 UTS credits), which usually transfers as 12 – 16 U.S. semester credits.

Academic Departments and Schools at UTS are divided into eight academic divisions: Arts and Sciences; UTS Business School; Design, Architecture and Building; Engineering and Information Technology; Health; Law; Science and the Graduate School of Health.

ELIGIBILITY

• 2.5 GPA. Students with a lower GPA may be considered on a case by case basis. Contact TEAN for more information.
• Minimum sophomore standing at a four-year institution at the time of participation.
• Freshmen and/or students attending two-year institutions may be considered on a case by case basis.

Activities / Immersion

Our local staff arrange various activities during the semester designed to help immerse you in the local culture. These activities are included in your semester program. In addition, if you have a specific interest or hobby, your Sydney-based TEAN Resident Director will be able to point you in the right direction. Below are examples of previous activities arranged for students. Note that activities change each semester.

In addition to the TEAN-organized events, to make sure you don’t miss out on any opportunities, our local staff send out frequent emails letting you know what is happening in Sydney. Ranging from community events to music festivals, we tap you into the local culture right from the start.

Rugby League Match

In Australia, each state has a sport that dominates. In New South Wales, rugby league is the dominant sport. We join the local crowds to see a game and your local TEAN staff provide an explanation of the rules.

Sydney Opera House Tour

Go beyond the typical tourist experience of simply taking a photo of the Sydney Opera House by going inside the famous structure for a behind-the-scenes tour. Our guide will show us the iconic opera house’s secrets as we discover places usually closed to the public and explore the impressive theater that hosts more than 1,600 performances a year.

LEARN TO SURF

Australians love the beach -being an island nation with beautiful coastlines and 85% of the population living within an hour of a beach, it’s not surprising. Surfing is the favorite pastime of Aussie beachgoers so we introduce you to this sport early on in the semester with a lesson to get you started riding the waves.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

TEAN has a rolling admissions process. We recommend submitting your application anytime from June for Spring applications, and from January for Fall applications. Late applications may be considered. Contact TEAN if the application deadline has passed.

Fall 2018

Spring 2018

Fall 2018

• Tuition and services: $13,780*
• Housing (on/off campus): $3,825 – $8,670

*Students have the option of taking 3 courses (opposed to 4) for a discount of up to $1,975 – pending approval from their home university.

Spring 2018

• Tuition and services: $13,780*
• Housing (on/off campus): $3,825 – $10,400

*Students have the option of taking 3 courses (opposed to 4) for a discount of up to $1,975 – pending approval from their home university.

What’s Included

• Full tuition
• Guaranteed, pre-arranged, off-campus TEAN housing (UTS housing also an option in some cases)
• Overseas health insurance, plus evacuation and repatriation insurance
• Services of local Resident Directors
• Five-day Orientation Program with some meals, excursions, accommodations and transportation
• Cultural events scheduled throughout the semester
• Wireless internet access in all housing
• Access to pre-arranged and affordable cell phone packages
• Access to unique and exciting optional excursions which may include New Zealand, Thailand and other places
• Access to competitive airfares and pre-arranged flight itineraries 
• Extensive pre-departure counseling and information packets
• University and course selection advice
• Official academic transcripts from host institution
• Credit approval and transfer assistance
• Help with student visa preparation
• Financial aid transfer planning
• Airport pickup and reception in Sydney
• Arrival Welcome packet containing important local contact details and information
• Sydney Farewell Dinner at conclusion of program
• Host university orientation

What’s Not Included

• International airfare ($1,800)
• Domestic airfare in US ($500)
• Student visa ($450)
• Books ($365)
• Meals during the semester ($2,000)
• Airport transfer at the end of the semester ($50)

*Numbers are estimated based on previous student experience and budget. Actual amounts will vary depending on student.

University Scholarships

All applicants to UTS are automatically considered for a merit scholarship between $1000 – $2000 AUD. This award is given based on grade point average. You don’t need to complete an additional application to be considered for this scholarship.